St. Paul to West Fargo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.2 miles 364 km · straight line
282.7 miles estimated 455 km · driving distance
5h 41min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
307° NW bearing direction

How far is St. Paul from West Fargo?

The distance from St. Paul to West Fargo is 226.2 miles (364 km) as the crow flies. West Fargo is located NW of St. Paul. By car, the driving distance is approximately 282.7 miles, taking about 5h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — St. Paul in Minnesota and West Fargo in North Dakota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for St. Paul and West Fargo. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from St. Paul to West Fargo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 41min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 49min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 24min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between St. Paul & West Fargo

Quick Facts

St. Paul
44.95°N, 93.09°W
America/Chicago
259m elevation
West Fargo
46.88°N, 96.90°W
America/Chicago
273m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients